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Monday, August 31, 2009 2:03 PM

Microsoft extended “Browser For The Better” campaign to fight hunger – Join in today!

Back in June, I posted about how you could join in and help fight hunger with the “Browser for the Better” campaign in which Microsoft would donate 8 meals to Feeding America for everyone who downloaded Windows Internet Explorer 8 from the Browser For
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Monday, August 31, 2009 11:54 AM

$100 discount on SQL PASS Conference!

The SQL PASS (Professional Association for SQL Server) conference is being held in Seattle from November 2 nd – 5 th , 2009 and here is an opportunity for you to receive a $100 discount ! Because we feel PASS Summit 2009 is a must-attend event for all
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Thursday, August 20, 2009 8:45 AM

FREE Passes for SBSC Partners to attend Second Annual "Smart and Simple Strategies" for Small Business in Redmond

On Wednesday, September 16th, the Greater Seattle Chamber will be holding the Second Annual “Smart & Simple Strategies” for Small Business event at the Microsoft Conference Center here on the Microsoft Campus in Redmond, WA.  The event itself
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Wednesday, August 19, 2009 9:18 AM

Remember, tomorrow is the last day to download Windows 7 Release Candidate

In May, I put up the Windows 7 Ultimate RC is now available for download from Microsoft post here on the blog to let you know how you can access the Windows 7 Release Candidate software.  In addition, I have also put up the Windows 7 Resources For
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Tuesday, August 18, 2009 7:51 AM

Download Microsoft Exchange Server 2010 RC today, plus access VHD and Exchange Online

For all of you waiting for the Release Candidate of Microsoft Exchange Server 2010, your wait is now over.  You can now download the Microsoft Exchange Server 2010 RC trial software on the Microsoft Exchange Trial site .  Be sure to check out
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Tuesday, August 18, 2009 7:00 AM

Yes, Outlook will be available in the next version of Office for the Mac

Last week we made an announcement that has been welcomed by many using Macs today.  As you know, in the past, Microsoft Office for the Mac has included Entourage as the email client and many have asked the question of, “When will Outlook be included
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Thursday, August 13, 2009 12:03 PM

Zune HD – Very cool device and now available for pre-order

Ok, so this may not be directly business related, but come on, how many of you like your electronic toys as much as me?  (Remember, you’re in IT for a living, so by default I’m pretty sure you’re included in this group).  Have you seen the new
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Thursday, August 13, 2009 10:12 AM

VERY Important! CSAT Requirement For Gold Certified Partners Starting in October

If you are a Gold Certified Partner or on the path to becoming one, you NEED TO READ this! On day one of Worldwide Partner Conference 09 this year, Allison Watson announced the new Microsoft Partner Network (MPN) and gave Partners from around the world
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Thursday, August 13, 2009 8:05 AM

Demo Showcase Suite – Check This Tool Out!

Having the ability to do a great demo is always something that Partners look for.  Whether it is the ability to access pre-existing demos or putting together a new demo of a product, technology, tool, etc.  Now there is a new resource available
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Wednesday, August 12, 2009 11:53 AM

Watch WPC09 Sessions Via Video and Download Presentations Though DigitalWPC Today

Earlier this morning, I posted about Partner Resources From WPC09 that you can be utilizing today in your business and building into your plans moving forward.  Well, another resource that many Partners have been asking about is the ability to view
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Wednesday, August 12, 2009 8:27 AM

Partner Resources From WPC09 – Are you using them yet?

Here we are, a few weeks post-WPC09.  Most of us have settled back into our daily routines and are working each day to drive more business for our respective companies.  Many of you brought back notes, ideas, and more from WPC09 with plans to
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Tuesday, August 11, 2009 10:31 AM

Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2 Volume Activation Planning Guide

One of the many benefits of Volume Licensing for clients is the additional benefits and bits included in the Volume Licensing versions you receive with the Volume Licensing bits.  One area where this is very prevalent is in the area of product activation. 
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Monday, August 10, 2009 4:12 PM

Why you can’t get your Microsoft Office Professional 2010 Technical Preview to work

Earlier today, I saw a few Partners posting to a variety of online properties about how they could not get their Microsoft Office Professional 2010 activation keys for the Technical Preview program to work through Microsoft Connect.  Just a quick
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Monday, August 10, 2009 3:20 PM

Yes, first pics of Microsoft retail stores starting to surface (No, pun intended)

I’ve seen postings, questions, speculations, etc. floating around in different places about actual pictures starting to show up of the announced Microsoft stores being seen.  People asking, “Are they really posted?”  “Where can I see them?”
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Monday, August 10, 2009 12:34 PM

Partner Learning Paths – Available on the Partner Learning Center

As you probably know, we offer a ton of online training through Live Meeting for Partners on a larger variety of topics.  These can be product specific, program specific, audience specific, general topics, and much, much more.  Have you ever
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Monday, August 10, 2009 10:47 AM

Early access, like to Windows 7, another benefit of Software Assurance

For many years now, I have been sharing information on the various aspects of Software Assurance and all of the things that it offers to business clients of all sizes.  A short while ago, I even posted the Software Assurance: What you need to know,
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Wednesday, August 05, 2009 7:18 AM

Windows Virtual PC RC and Windows XP Mode RC available for download

Back in May, I posted about a Live Meeting we were presenting about Windows 7 and Windows XP Mode .  This was a very popular webcast and Windows XP mode is one feature of Windows 7 that is getting a lot of attention.  Now, we are very happy
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